Meaning & Definition of word "Dotted"
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Dotted
/ˈdɒtɪd/
verb:
- 1. Past tense of 'dot'; to mark with small spots or dots.
- Example: She dotted the paper with ink to add flair to her notes.
adjective:
- 1. Having small spots or marks; covered with dots.
- Example: The dress was beautifully dotted with colorful patterns.
- 2. Marked by dots or small shapes arranged periodically or in a particular pattern.
- Example: The dotted line on the map indicated a hiking trail.
- 3. Referring to something that is characterized by or contains dots.
- Example: He chose the dotted notebook for his sketches.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'dot', with the suffix '-ed' indicating past action or condition.
Common Phrases and Expressions
dotted line:
A line made up of dots, often used in contracts to indicate where signatures should be placed.
dotted pattern:
A design feature characterized by repeated small dots.
Related Words
dot:
A small round mark or spot.
spotted:
Marked with spots.
Slang Meanings of dotted
Meaning: To be done or completed quickly.
Example Sentence: I dotted that assignment in no time.
Meaning: To be marked out or targeted for something.
Example Sentence: He is dotted for promotion this year.